Butter Catfish
NameButter Catfish
Scientific NameOmpok bimaculatus
Common NamesButter Catfish, Indian Butter Catfish, Two-spot Glass Catfish
FamilySiluridae
OriginSouth Asia, Southeast Asia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger gouramis, Robust barbs, Medium to large cichlids (e.g., Severums, Geophagus), Other large peaceful catfish
Description
The Butter Catfish (*Ompok bimaculatus*) is a slender, compressed freshwater catfish native to South and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its long, flowing anal fin, deeply forked caudal fin, and two prominent barbels. This nocturnal predator typically displays a silvery-yellowish coloration and requires a large aquarium.
